Danny is a 2010 graduate of Commack High School, where he was named All-County and All-League his senior season. He is the son of Peter and Julia Paccione.

Senior year...Appeared in 39 games with 28 starts...Tallied nine extra-base hits including five doubles and four triples...Ranked fifth in the conference for triples.

Junior year...Played in 30 games...Named Second Team All-Skyline...Led the team in home runs (3) and slugging percentage (.642)...Was fifth with a .373 batting average...Tied for fourth in the conference in home runs.

Sophomore year...Appeared in five games...Held a .429 batting average in seven at-bats.